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Stories by Sherry Posnick-Goodwin Photos by Scott Buschman
On April 22, more than 1 billion people around the globe participated in Earth Day.
The following stories look at how some CTA members are going green in their classrooms and schoolyards and how it boosts students' academic achievement and saves money for schools. They also offer resources and tips for going greener at your own school.